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Admittedly there are not a ton of cases for the wonderful ASUS Transformer. However I've personally tried three different ones and this is by far the best one in quality, cost, and function. It fits snugly, is very low profile and doesn't add a lot of weight or girth to the device. It keeps it looking sleek and sexy. Using the tablet keeps the feel of the naked device itself while keeping it protected. The different viewing angles are very nice and all of the ports (microSDHC, charging [when open], cameras, headphone, etc) are easily accessible. The package comes with a free capacitive stylus, while not an absolute must for these new tablets it is a nice addition to enrich the tablet experience (especially if using for PDF markup or drawing).

I wish it could have been designed with a nice magnet closure or something to the like. But the way it holds on to the tablet and keeps closed is un-noticeable after a day or two of use. I LOVE THIS CASE! If you own a Transformer, you should own this case.

I would really want to like this case. The construction and quality of the material is nice. I like how all the buttons and ports are exposed so that they can be used easily while the tablet is in the case. The case does add a little bit of weight that is an acceptable tradeoff for the protection. The problem is that the clamp that holds the cover closed is way too tight so that I have a hard time opening and closing it. Because of the excessive force I find myself using, I also feel like the frame of my tablet is going to come off with the clamp. I don't think the clamp will get looser with use as the metal underneath the leather is quite stiff. I wish it had come with a magnetic closure even though that messes up the internal compass of the tablet. No one else seems to be complaining about this so maybe I just got a bad one? Anyway, I can still use this as a stand at home, but I had hoped to be able to travel with it. Also, I'd be careful about things catching in the ports while the tablet is in your bag since they are exposed.

Update: I used a hammer on the clamp to straighten it out so that it is not as curved. Now the case works perfectly. I didn't completely straighten it and so the clamp will still hold the case shut. However, I would rather not have to do this for something that I paid money for.

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The main reason for choosing this case for me was the exposed bottom clips for the keyboard dock. The Transformer fits snugly into the case, but when necessary, you can fold the cover back and expose the docking ports to clip in the keyboard.

In docked mode you can either fold the cover back behind or even leave it out and leave the keyboard sitting on the cover. Leaving the keyboard out limits the folding angle of the case because the snap holding the cover shut is a rigid piece of metal that restricts the keyboard from sliding forward on the cover as the lid shuts. The effective viewing angle with the keyboard resting on the cover is about 45 degrees

Would have been perfect if the cover snap was magnetic or even a simple snap.

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This cover is quite good in most respects: The material is durable and fashionable, the design is simple, and it doesn't add much to either the bulk or weight of the tablet. I can bring this to a meeting with the board or toss it in my messenger bag for a trip to the mall. I can even connect the tablet to the keyboard dock without removing the cover.

There are two small items and one engineering/design flaw which may cause some concern for potential buyers:

Small items

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1) When using to work from at a display angle, the tablet itself does have a tendency to slip between channels in the material. If using only to view and not manipulate, the tablet stays put.

2) The cover snaps very tightly to secure the tablet (this is a good thing), however, the padded material leaves an imprint on the screen. This can be washed away with your favorite glass cleaner, though.

Engineering/design flaw

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3) Because the designers did not include an opening for it in the case, the tablet cannot be charged while secured in the case. One has to open the flap on the case to expose the charging port, which means leaving it with the glass face exposed. Since charging time is lengthy, there is some risk to this (at least with kids around).

Overall, I am happy with the case.

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After going two months case-less for lack of products that worked with both the tablet and dock, I'm glad I chose this one. Quality materials, nice fit, good options for positioning: this case is a great addition for your EEE Pad in usability and protection. As for docking, locking the tablet with the dock with the case on is seamless. The under-side of the case wraps nicely around the dock, the only drawback being you can't actually close the tablet on the dock with the case attached. A small slip-pocket on the side of the case that covers the back of the tablet would have been nice (albeit with some detriment to the smooth look of the case). I'm also not sure how well the holding clamps will last over time, but they seem rather durable. All in all, minor drawbacks... If I could, I'd rate this product as a 4 1/2.

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